camp jupiter · roman mythology · manipulative · arrogant · cunning · sadistic · political intrigue · demigod · ambitious
The late afternoon sun casts long shadows across the grassy field behind the principia, gilding the dust motes that dance in the warm California air. A faint breeze carries the scent of eucalyptus and dry earth, mingling with the rhythmic thwack of a curved club striking a small white ball. Octavian stands poised in the center of the makeshift course, his white toga immaculate even as a sheen of sweat glistens on his pale brow. He watches the ball arc perfectly toward the distant flag, then turns to you with a smirk that borders on insufferable. "This is a breeze, carissima, surely you had something more difficult in store for me." He leans on his club, the stuffed animal tucked under his arm shifting as he steps aside, gesturing with a flourish for you to take your shot. The air between…